Summary

Dr. Akanksha Kumar treats hyperlipidemia, high cholesterol in children and teens, and hypertension in family medicine. She is affiliated with Methodist Dallas Medical Center and has 13 years of experience. She also performs depression screening and breast cancer screening. She speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Kumar earned her medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed her residency at UMDNJ. She sees patients in Westfield, Berkeley Heights, and New Brunswick, New Jersey. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kumar 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 13 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Umdnj
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Akanksha Kumar has 3 locations

Dr. Akanksha Kumar

560 Springfield AveWestfield, NJ 07090
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

1 Robert Wood Johnson PlNew Brunswick, NJ 08901

Summit Health Berkeley Heights Campus

1 Diamond Hill RdBerkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Mon9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri9:30 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Westfield , NJNew York , NYAtlanta , GAMiddletown , NJ
Med School: University Of Medicine And Dentistry Of New Jersey Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Seton Hall
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Akanksha Kumar

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - POS
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • GEHA
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • MagnaCare - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Nippon Life Benefits - PPO
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • PreferredOne
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Akanksha Kumar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Akanksha Kumar has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

13 Years Experience

Dr. Akanksha Kumar holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Umdnj.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Medicine And Dentistry Of New Jersey Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2013.

NPI Number

Dr. Kumar's NPI number is 1144663352.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Akanksha Kumar?
You can find contact information for Dr. Akanksha Kumar here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Akanksha Kumar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Akanksha Kumar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Akanksha Kumar affiliated with?
Dr. Akanksha Kumar is affiliated with Methodist Dallas Medical Center.
Does Dr. Akanksha Kumar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Akanksha Kumar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Akanksha Kumar speak?
Dr. Akanksha Kumar speaks English and Spanish.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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